Punta Gorda’s City Council discussed gambling within city limits at Wednesday’s meeting, after a resident brought up concerns about the activity and its potential repercussions.
The discussion came as rumors continue to spread about the Sunseeker Resort becoming a casino after its parent company Allegiant Travel Co announced it was selling its majority stake in the property last month.
Watch Fox 4’s Alex Orenczuk report on the discussion:
NO DICE: Punta Gorda discusses gaming in the city amid Sunseeker casino rumors
The 785-room luxury resort faced setbacks during building due to COVID-19 and Hurricane Ian, eventually opening in Dec. 2023, $225 million over budget. Since then, the resort has reported low earning and occupancy rates leading to Allegiant’s announcement that it was offloading the property. The company stated it hopes to have the sale completed by this summer…